But according to Entertainment Weekly, Abrams is officially confirmed to direct. The first "Star Trek" movie earned $257 million domestically and over $385 million worldwide.

Screenwriters from the first film, Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci are writing the script with Abrams and producer Damon Lindelof, who told OnTheRedCarpet.com at San Diego Comic-Con that they had figured out what the story would be.

"I think that the bar is very high. We're not going to be satisfied with 'Oh this is fine,'" he added. "If an idea isn't mind-blowing, or super cool, or doesn't present the 'Star Trek' universe in a way that maybe people haven't seen before ... but you also sort of have to pay homage to the fans that have stuck with this amazing franchise for 40 years."

Lindelof revealed, "It's been very, very tricky but I think we've finally broken through and figured out what the movie is going to be."

The original cast, which includes Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto and Zoe Saldana are also set to reprise their roles in the film.

Last year, Pine, who plays James T. Kirk in the film, told OnTheRedCarpet.com that he would like a "shot" at Saldana in the film's sequel.